Safety and Health Leader

About Us

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact.

As a highly valued member of the Forney TX Team, the Safety and Health Leader will lead our safety initiatives within a high-volume distribution center environment. This role is critical in ensuring the health and safety of all employees, particularly in operations involving forklifts, heavy equipment, and fast-paced logistics. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on leader with a passion for training, compliance, and continuous improvement.

• Develop, implement, and maintain safety programs, policies, and procedures that align with OSHA standards and company goals
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and risk assessments across the facility, including forklift operations and material handling zones
• Lead and facilitate safety training programs for all employees, including new hire orientation, forklift certification, hazard communication, and emergency response
• Investigate incidents, near misses, and injuries; prepare detailed reports and root cause analyses; implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with operations leadership to ensure safe work practices and ergonomic improvements
• Maintain accurate safety records, training logs, and compliance documentation
• Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory agencies and internal safety committees
• Promote a culture of safety through employee engagement, recognition programs, and continuous education
• Manage PPE inventory, signage, and safety equipment to ensure readiness and availability
• Support other duties and projects, as assigned, to enhance safety and operational excellence

• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of safety management experience in a distribution, warehouse, or manufacturing environment
• In-depth knowledge of OSHA regulations, forklift safety standards, and incident investigation protocols
• Proven experience developing and delivering safety training programs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach across all levels
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and safety management systems
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergencies as needed
• Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F‑1 with OPT or CPT, H‑1, H‑2, L‑1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire

• Certified Safety Professional (CSP), OSHA 30‑hour certification, or equivalent
• Experience with Lean or Six Sigma methodologies in safety and process improvement
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

This role is based fully onsite, and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities.

Across the globe, we are united by a singular

Purpose:

Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial. Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal - to make the world…